Calcium carbonate Prescribing at FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE
Minerals | Nutrition and Blood
Items (12m)
233
Total Quantity
6,620
NHS Cost
£592
vs National Avg
+254.1%
FIRSWAY HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 233 items of Calcium carbonate over the last 12 months at a cost of £592 to the NHS. This is 254.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Calcium carbonate is classified under Minerals in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
24
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 233 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 6,620 |
| Total NHS Cost | £592 |
| Presentations | 5 different forms |
| vs National Average | +254.1% |
Calcium carbonate Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 233 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +254.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.